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Tuesday, April 21, 2026

FAA Probes Runway Terror: Planes Nearly Collide in Nashville
Two passenger jets came perilously close to disaster on a Nashville runway Thursday when one aborted takeoff as the other crossed its path. The sudden braking blew tires on an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 carrying 182 people, sparking a joint FAA-NTSB investigation. No injuries occurred, but the incident underscores a surge in U.S. aviation close calls.
Today's Sections
Community Sports
Read Section →Korir Shatters Boston Marathon Record in Historic 130th Running
John Korir of Kenya obliterated a 15-year-old course record Monday, clocking 2:01:52 to defend his title at the 130th Boston Marathon. The defending champion's stunning performance highlighted a day of historic achievements, including the fastest American times ever recorded on the course and the return of NASA astronaut Suni Williams to the iconic 26.2-mile race.
Apr 21
Cortes' Career Night Fuels A's Comeback Win Over Mariners
Apr 21
Paredes' Two-Homer Night Fuels Astros' 9-2 Rout of Guardians
Apr 21
Babar Azam's Near-Perfect Ton Shatters T20 Records in PSL Rout
Apr 21
Tilak Varma's 45-Ball Ton Annihilates Gujarat, Ignites MI Revival
Apr 21
Local Business
Read Section →Warsh Takes Hot Seat as Fed Faces Political Pressure Over Independence
Kevin Warsh faced Senate scrutiny Tuesday as Trump's pick to lead the Federal Reserve, with lawmakers probing whether the former governor would maintain the central bank's autonomy or bend to White House pressure for rate cuts. Republicans portrayed him as a reformer ready to overhaul a "stagnant institution," while Democrats zeroed in on potential conflicts of interest and his independence from the president.
Apr 21
Tim Scott Bets Big on GOP Senate Wins, Eyes Business Boom in 2026
Apr 21
Iran's 'Battlefield Cards' Threaten Global Oil Flows as Trump Deadline Looms
Apr 21
Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer Resigns Amid Scandal, Third Cabinet Exit
Apr 21
Fatal Fires Force Second Recall of 429K Casely Power Banks
Apr 21
Daily Fun
Read Section →Navigating the Digital Divide: When Apps Don't Play Nice
Feeling lost in translation when your favorite platforms refuse to connect? Let's decode the cross-platform conundrum and discover solutions for a smoother digital life.
Apr 21
Bridging the Divide: Strategies for Seamless Cross-Platform Experiences
Apr 21
The Streaming Wars: Who's Winning (and Why You Should Care)
Apr 21
The Streaming Wars: Are We Winning?
Apr 21
Bridging Divides: Finding Common Ground in Our Digital World
Apr 21
State News
Read Section →Alabama Tourism Pours $10M into Gulf Coast Eco-Push
Alabama's Tourism Board is betting big on its beaches with a $10 million summer campaign targeting eco-tourism along the Gulf Coast. From Gulf Shores to Orange Beach, new initiatives promise sustainable adventures amid record visitor spending. Officials aim to draw millions more to the state's sugary sands this season.
Apr 21
Huntsville Home Sales Surge 15% in April Amid Tech Boom
Apr 21
Honda's $3B Alabama Plant Powers 4,500 Jobs in Lincoln
Apr 21
Auburn High Track Stars Claim Class 7A Crown in Dominant Fashion
Apr 21
Birmingham's UAB Blazers Storm to C-USA Semifinals
Apr 21
National
Read Section →Swalwell's Exit Ignites Chaos in California's Tight Governor Race
Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt withdrawal amid sexual assault allegations has upended the 2026 California governor's race, propelling Republican Steve Hilton to the top of the latest polls. With 17% support, Hilton edges out rivals in a field where nearly a quarter of voters remain undecided ahead of the June primary. The shakeup raises stakes in the nation's most populous state as Democrats scramble to consolidate.
Apr 21
Rapper D4vd Charged in Grisly Murder of 14-Year-Old Girl Found in His Tesla
Apr 21
Iran Escalates Standoff, Threatens New Military Arsenal as Trump Ultimatum Looms
Apr 21
Trump Signs Order to Fast-Track Psychedelics for PTSD, Mental Health
Apr 21
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